Wines of the Month

The US West Coast offers a range of climates and terroirs that produce a variety of wines extending well beyond the Napa Valley standards.

These wines have been chosen by Keith Truelove, chair of the Club’s Wine & Beverage Committee. If you purchase at least three bottles of any combination of his recommended trio, you’ll receive a 10 percent discount.

The wines are also available through the Club’s online Wine Shop.

2023 Forager Pinot Noir

“Let’s start with the 2023 Forager Pinot Noir from Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Forager’s low-intervention approach to winemaking—grapes are harvested and sorted by hand—provides a sense of delicacy with a fresh, floral nose that leads into a mouthful of ripe red fruit, fresh acidity and a touch of minerality. A great wine on its own or paired with lighter dishes.”
¥4,500
2021 Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant

“Looking for something that carries a bit more weight? Try the 2021 Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant from the Central Coast American Viticultural Area. A favorite from my younger days in the US, I was pleasantly surprised to find it in The Cellar. This classic southern Rhône blend dominated by Grenache and Syrah offers spice, dark fruit and licorice, with a firm body and tannins.”
¥3,300
2020 Bogle Vineyards Phantom

“Aged in American oak, the Petite Sirah and Zinfandel in Bogle’s 2020 Phantom offers a deep ruby red and lush texture that complements any robust main course. The smooth tannins underlie a velvety wine with jammy fruit, pepper and baking spices.”
¥3,620